¹ Daoyin (导引术) ist eine traditionelle chinesische Übungspraxis zur Gesundheitspflege. Sie steht in engem Zusammenhang mit Qigong und Taiji, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf den Bewegungen und Haltungen des Körpers liegt. Es gibt verschiedene Übungsformen, die meist einfach zu erlernen sind. Manche ahmen die Bewegungen von Tieren nach, zum Beispiel die eines Bären oder eines Vogels.
Ba Bu Jin Gang Chang Shou Gong (八部金刚长寿功)
“In Dialogue with Your Own Body—Inner Peace and Renewed Strength Through the Daoist Art of Movement”
Dynamic in movement, calm within—discover Ba Bu Jin Gang Chang Shou Gong, a Daoist exercise practice shaped by the concept of the unity of humanity and nature. It combines the dynamic movements of Jin Gang Gong with the gentle, inward-focused exercises of Chang Shou Gong.
Course Description:
This exercise series belongs to the Daoist Daoyin tradition and was popularized by the Daoist master Zhang Zhishun (张至顺, 1912–2015). According to tradition, its origins may date back to the 10th century. It consists of two parts, each with eight consecutive movement forms: Jin Gang Gong and Chang Shou Gong. The two parts correspond to the Yin and Yang principle and complement each other.
The focus is on the physical movements. Breathing remains natural and does not need to be consciously controlled. Your attention may also be directed according to how you feel. According to Daoist understanding, the movements stimulate the flow of Qi throughout the body. In the workshop, you will learn the basic movement sequences and practice them step by step.
Target Group:
This workshop is designed for people who enjoy mindful movement and would like to discover a traditional Daoist practice without the pressure to perform. No prior experience is required.
Workshop Objectives:
• To become familiar with the Daoist movement tradition and the fundamental principles of the practice.
• To learn the basic movement sequences and practice them together.
• To experience the interplay between movement and stillness and strengthen your own body awareness.
• To develop a love for the practice and to practice independently in your daily life on your own initiative.
Notes:
• What to bring: Comfortable workout clothes and athletic shoes.
• Additional information: You can find a demonstration of Jin Gang Gong by Daoist Master Zhang Zhishun on YouTube: (3723) Eight Pieces Diamond - Ba Bu Jin Gang Kung Performed by Zhishun Zhang - YouTube
¹ Daoyin (导引术) is a traditional Chinese exercise practice for maintaining health. It is closely related to qigong and taiji, with an emphasis on the body’s movements and postures. There are various forms of these exercises, most of which are easy to learn. Some mimic the movements of animals, such as those of a bear or a bird.
